WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence

WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence WOAR - Philadelphia Center Against Sexual Violence is Philadelphia's ONLY Rape Crisis Center located in the heart of Center City Philadelphia.

Pennsylvania survivors and advocates stand with Jane Doe.We believe you. We support your right to seek accountability, p...
10/08/2026

Pennsylvania survivors and advocates stand with Jane Doe.

We believe you. We support your right to seek accountability, protect your privacy, and move forward with care and dignity.

We also stand with The New York Alliance Against Sexual Violence (.alliance) and all sexual assault centers providing support to survivors across New York. We recognize the advocates who listen, help survivors explore their options, and stand beside them through difficult moments. Our solidarity extends across state lines.

Survivors deserve institutions that take reports seriously, conduct thorough investigations, and answer for how they respond to sexual violence. They deserve communities that challenge victim blaming and refuse to excuse harmful behavior.

To every survivor following these headlines: You deserve support, too. Whether you’re feeling angry, grieving, exhausted, or unsure what to feel, there is room for you and your experience.

At WOAR, we’re here for you and the people who care about you.

Connect with us:
215-985-3333 (call or text)
WOAR.org

Enough blaming survivors. Enough excuses. Enough silence.In the wake of deeply troubling campus sexual violence cases, w...
10/08/2026

Enough blaming survivors. Enough excuses. Enough silence.

In the wake of deeply troubling campus sexual violence cases, we’re gathering to stand with survivors and demand better. Choosing to drink or use drugs never gives someone permission to commit sexual assault. Students deserve meaningful Title IX protections. Survivors deserve clear reporting options, timely answers, and protection from retaliation.

Join us for the Enough Is Enough: Pennsylvania Stands With Survivors Rally, in solidarity with the Women’s March Stop Sexual Violence Nationwide Day of Action.

Thursday, October 8 | Noon–1 p.m.
Pennsylvania State Capitol Front Steps, Harrisburg, PA

Together, we’ll call on institutions to earn survivors’ trust through their actions and make clear that Pennsylvania stands with survivors.

Please share and help us spread the word!
RSVP and event details: pcar.org/enough-is-enough.

Survivors of sexual violence deserve justice. Jane Doe and Kendall Francis and countless others have come forward, deman...
10/07/2026

Survivors of sexual violence deserve justice. Jane Doe and Kendall Francis and countless others have come forward, demanding accountability. Amplify their call this week to demand accountability from the frat house to the White House.

On October 8, we take to the streets. Join the Day of Action at link in bio to find an event near you.

Save the date! On Thursday, October 15, wear purple in support of survivors of domestic violence and help Paint Philly P...
10/06/2026

Save the date! On Thursday, October 15, wear purple in support of survivors of domestic violence and help Paint Philly Purple.

WOAR will be at LOVE Park at 1:15 p.m. for the group photo, to be shared by , to show solidarity on National Purple Day. Join us!

Can't make it? Wear purple wherever you are, share a selfie with a supportive message for survivors, and tag so they can re-share.

Ask a friend or your team at work to join you. You never know who may be a survivor of domestic violence.

If you need support, WOAR is here to listen. Call or text 215-985-3333 for free, confidential support, or visit WOAR.org.

Did you know that many preventive health services are available to Pennsylvania women at no additional cost through thei...
10/05/2026

Did you know that many preventive health services are available to Pennsylvania women at no additional cost through their health insurance?

WOAR Executive Director LaQuisha Anthony attended the Pennsylvania Insurance Department's event with Penn Medicine to raise awareness for the free preventive health services available to Pennsylvania women.

Participants included (L to R) Insurance Commissioner Michael Humphreys, Governor's Advisory Commission on Women Executive Director Ashley Walkowiak, Representative Bridget Kosierowski, WOAR Executive Director LaQuisha Anthony, Department of Human Services Special Advisor Sara Goulet, and Penn Medicine's Dr. Pamela Levin and Dr. Florencia Polite.

Taking care of your health is part of taking care of yourself. If you have health insurance, check your plan to see which preventive services are covered at no cost to you.

We were honored to welcome Ashley Walkowiak, Executive Director of the Governor's Women's Advisory Committee, to WOAR fo...
10/02/2026

We were honored to welcome Ashley Walkowiak, Executive Director of the Governor's Women's Advisory Committee, to WOAR for a tour of our facility. Ashley was one of the people we met with during our budget advocacy, and we are grateful to the Committee for hosting listening sessions across Pennsylvania to hear about women's issues, especially from survivors of sexual assault.

Ashley toured WOAR alongside our ED, LaQuisha Anthony. WOAR is the oldest and largest r**e crisis center in Pennsylvania, serving the Philadelphia community with critical services, education, and advocacy.

Our team is energized by Pennsylvania's decision to increase funding for r**e crisis centers by $12M in this year's budget. This investment is a powerful step toward stabilizing access to specialized treatment services, strengthening prevention education, and supporting survivors across the state.

Thank you, Ashley, for your support and for listening.

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Today and every day, we proudly stand with , who are leading the charge ...
10/02/2026

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Today and every day, we proudly stand with , who are leading the charge in tackling domestic violence in Philadelphia.

As committed community partners, we took the pledge at their IPledge event to raise awareness, support survivors, and work together to create safer communities for everyone.

Change happens when we stand united.

This Sunday, 10/4, at 6 PM, People Against Abuse is leading a 7K at Rittenhouse Park to raise awareness about sexual ass...
10/02/2026

This Sunday, 10/4, at 6 PM, People Against Abuse is leading a 7K at Rittenhouse Park to raise awareness about sexual assault and support survivors here in Philadelphia. Every dollar raised will go directly to WOAR.

We are so grateful to the host for choosing to turn passion into action. Silence keeps survivors isolated, and showing up helps break it. Everyone is welcome to join, and we hope to see everyone stepping up to be part of the solution.

Meet by the fountain at Rittenhouse Park. Run, walk, or cheer with us!

Can't make it? You can still help by donating or sharing:

https://tinyurl.com/WOARDonate
https://gofund.me/175abb558

Stand with survivors. Be a person against abuse. We hope to see you there!

10/01/2026

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Today and every day, we proudly stand with Women Against Abuse (WAA), who are leading the charge in tackling domestic violence in Philadelphia.

As committed community partners, we took the pledge at their IPledge event to raise awareness, support survivors, and work together to create safer communities for everyone. Change happens when we stand united.

Your boundaries matter. You have the right to say no, change your mind, and make choices without pressure.The early week...
10/01/2026

Your boundaries matter. You have the right to say no, change your mind, and make choices without pressure.

The early weeks of the fall semester are often called the “Red Zone,” when college students face a higher risk of sexual assault.

Pressure can include guilt trips, threats, or repeatedly asking after someone has said no. Whether you’ve just met or have been together for years, you deserve to have your choices respected.

If something doesn’t feel right, you can talk to us. You don’t need to know exactly what to call your experience before reaching out. Please contact WOAR at 215-985-3333 or by visiting WOAR.org.

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1617 JFK Boulevard Suite 800
Philadelphia, PA
19103

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+12159853333

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